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Dave Dilegge

Dave Dilegge, the ‘grandfather of urban warfare studies,’ has died

A former Marine, he was the editor behind the Small Wars Journal, a online publication that was a must-read for anyone interested in counterinsurgency operations during the Iraq-and-Afghanistan era.

By Howard Altman

3 years ago

Senator drops opposition to Marine Corps commandant nominee

The move paves the way for Lt. Gen. David Berger to take over the service's top post.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Climate change threatens to block Marines’ access to the sea

Two of the Corps' large amphibious training bases are threatened by rising waters and future storm damage.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

SECNAV defends plans to mothball aircraft carrier Truman

Navy and Marine leaders appeared at a House Armed Services Committee hearing on Wednesday.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

4 years ago

Navy improving 7th Fleet, but sailors work 100-hour weeks, lack sleep, watchdog warns

Cruiser and destroyer reforms in the West Pacific are encouraging, but sailors report being overworked, a federal watchdog warned Congress on Wednesday.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 years ago

SECNAV: readiness recovery will suffer under defense budget cuts

Navy Secretary Richard Spencer said potential defense budget cuts would involve impacts to Navy readiness rebuilding that "will make your eyes water."

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 years ago